THE LION KING (Broadway & Tour) (Roles of Young Simba and Young Nala) Open Call - Youth Performers - Disney Theatrical Productions Auditions

THE LION KING (Broadway & Tour) (Roles of Young Simba and Young Nala) - Chicago OPEN CALL

Disney Theatrical Productions | New York, NY

AUDITION DATE

Saturday, October 11, 2025
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (C)

The open call will conclude when we have seen everyone who signed up between 9AM and 11AM. For this reason, we cannot guarantee an end time as the day ends upon completion of seeing all who signed up during the designated sign-in hours.

APPOINTMENTS

Sign-up begins at 9am on the morning of the audition - Sign-up Ends at 11am. You must be signed up by 11am to audition.

CONTRACT

Production (Disney) / Touring Agreement
$2638 weekly minimum - Broadway
$2599 weekly minimum (level 1) - Tour
Payments subject to applicable state laws regarding trust funds for minors

LOCATION

Ballet Chicago
17 N State St, 19th Fl
Chicago, IL 60602

PERSONNEL

Producer: Disney Theatrical Productions
Director: Julie Taymor
Choreographer: Garth Fagan
Songs by: Elton John/Tim Rice
Additional Music: Hans Zimmer/Lebo M/Mark Mancina/Jay Rifkin
Book: Irene Mecchi/Roger Allers
Casting Directors: ARC/ Mark Brandon, CSA and Jarrett Reiche
Casting Assistant: Jaron Cole
Kid’s Casting Assistant: Devi Peot

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Mark Brandon, CSA (ARC/ Casting Director)
Jarrett Reiche (ARC/ Casting Director)
Devi Peot (ARC/ Casting Assistant)

OTHER DATES

Currently Running (on Broadway and Touring)

OTHER

https://disneyonbroadway.com/casting
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination.
Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.
Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.
Notice: Audition Call Type: Open Call

SEEKING

Equity actors for the children's roles (Young Simba and Young Nala) in the Broadway and national touring productions of THE LION KING.

YOUNG SIMBA: He/Him. 8 – 12 years old. An African lion cub. Mufasa’s son. A lion cub that eventually becomes the King of the Pridelands. Looking for a young singer with natural talent, charm, and charisma. Moves well and holds the stage on his own with confidence and truth. MUST BE UNDER 56 INCHES.

YOUNG NALA: She/Her. 8 – 12 years old. An African lion cub. She eventually becomes the Queen of the Pridelands. She keeps Simba in his place. Looking for a young singer with natural talent, charm, and charisma. Moves well and holds the stage on her own with confidence and truth. MUST BE UNDER 56 INCHES.

PREPARATION

Be prepared to be taught the last verse of “I Just Can’t Wait to be King.” All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parents or guardians must remain present at the audition site at all times. Please be prepared to wait. It’s always best to audition in person, but if you are unable to attend this call, please see the following link for instructions on how to submit a video audition:
https://disneyonbroadway.com/casting#cantmakeit